Tuas Power signs agreement to explore importing up to 500 MW of hydropower from Laos

The Business Times reports Tuas Power signed an October 30 agreement with Electricite du Laos and Phongsupthavy Group to explore a five- to 15-year hydropower arrangement. Under the proposal, imports would start at 100 MW in year one, rise to 300 MW in year two and reach 500 MW thereafter. The Straits Times says the companies are seeking approvals and could supplement seasonal hydropower with solar or wind from Laos.